Microsoft QLF-00195 manual Windows 7 Editions

Windows 7 Editions

Different people expect different things from their PCs, which is why we offer multiple editions of Windows 7. And because your needs can change over time, we have designed Windows 7 so that you can move up to editions with more features, without giving up the features you already have.

Windows® 7 Enterprise/Windows® 7 Ultimate

Windows® 7 Professional

Windows® 7 Home Premium

Windows® 7 Home Basic

Windows® 7 Starter

Windows 7 Enterprise and Windows 7 Ultimate are no-compromise editions for people who want everything Windows 7 has to offer*.

Windows 7 Professional is everything you need for work and home. This business-focused edition is great for small- and medium-sized companies, and people who have networking, backup, and security needs and multiple PCs or servers.

Windows 7 Home Premium is the best entertainment experience on your PC. This edition provides full functionality on the latest hardware, easy ways to connect, and a visually rich environment.

Windows 7 Home Basic makes the things you do every day faster and easier. This edition is designed for value PCs in emerging markets.

Windows 7 Starter Edition is the entry-level edition for small notebook PCs and other PCs with limited hardware. It makes using your PC simpler.

*Note: Windows 7 Enterprise has the same features as Ultimate, and also includes volume activation capabilities. It is available only to customers with a Software Assurance Agreement.